Coach Mick Maguire stated he is still unsure about Michael Maguire’s future with the Brisbane Broncos as the club heads into Round 18 in the lead‑up, and whispers of contract exits and one reshuffle of team leadership have intensified the conversation.
Meanwhile, NRLW rivals are sharpening their focus on seizing Queensland premiership dominance for the 2026 season, and the Broncos have a selection dilemma following a player was dropped for an alleged drink‑driving offence, leaving one vacant spot on the squad.